It seems to me that ever since I made the decision to get my band (and has the insurance to cover it) I have been anxiously waiting and waiting to have my first surgical consult. I have gone to two different informational seminars (two different doctors) and now I am just waiting until the 12th when I meet with my surgeon for the first time. Only 10 days to go and my nerves are getting to me everyday.

I am beyond ready to be banded and I'm tired of sitting on the sidelines when I take my daughter places and they cannot accommodate my 350lb body. I know it is going to be a tough journey but I'm ready to start this!!

lol unfortunately patience is the name of the game both before and after the band.

I'm not sure when you made your appt but one thing to be mindful of when choosing a surgeon is how busy they are. If they always seem to schedule you a month+ out than be concerned that if you need a fill, emergency followup etc that it may not be as convenient as you need it to be.

Good luck hon, see you on other side of the band

It seems to me that ever since I made the decision to get my band (and has the insurance to cover it) I have been anxiously waiting and waiting to have my first surgical consult. I have gone to two different informational seminars (two different doctors) and now I am just waiting until the 12th when I meet with my surgeon for the first time. Only 10 days to go and my nerves are getting to me everyday.

I am beyond ready to be banded and I'm tired of sitting on the sidelines when I take my daughter places and they cannot accommodate my 350lb body. I know it is going to be a tough journey but I'm ready to start this!!

Good news my friend...you are in the tough times now! Waiting for surgery day and everything that leads up to it is/are far worst than you'll experience after day 2 with your band. I'm excited for you and all of the wonderful changes you are about to experience. I'm so glad I did it, my only regret is that I didn't do it sooner.

The length off time between scheduling is actually why I chose to switch to the doctors office I am more going to be going to. The other doctor I was going to wad having me wait 2 months before my first consult with the surgeon. The one I just switched to is only having me wait 2 weeks while they fill the group (group appt I guess). I am super excited and anxious for the 12th

The length off time between scheduling is actually why I chose to switch to the doctors office I am more going to be going to. The other doctor I was going to wad having me wait 2 months before my first consult with the surgeon. The one I just switched to is only having me wait 2 weeks while they fill the group (group appt I guess). I am super excited and anxious for the 12th

Good luck! I was banded back on July 9th. It all goes by fast so take a deep breath and try to relax. The surgery itself was really a big nothing for me. Sore for a few days. Just stick to the diet you're given and you'll be great. Keep us updated and again, congrats and best of luck to you!!!